Why can't i update  to my ios from 4.2.8 to 4.3, let alone ios 6???

why can't i update  to my ios from 4.2.8 to 4.3, let alone ios 6???

Whenever you try to update iOS, or restore iOS, it will only go to the latest version available and supported by your device. For the iPhone 4, it is iOS 6.0.1. If you want to update, then iOS 6.0.1 is your only choice.
Whoops, forgot:  You also have to have iTunes 10.7, and the software for the computer has to be compatible. Mac is OS X 10.6.8, or Windows with the latest service packs.
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